Leapmotor Supplies CATL-Integrated Battery Packs to Commercial Carmakers
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Leapmotor has commenced the supply of battery packs, which integrate cells from industry giant CATL, to several commercial vehicle manufacturers. This strategic collaboration aims to capitalize on the expanding segment of the commercial EV market. According to sources cited by Chinese media outlet 36Kr, Zhejiang Lingxiao Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Leapmotor, has successfully secured deals with five unnamed companies. The move highlights a significant push into the commercial sector, which currently lags behind passenger vehicles in electrification rates. Data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers indicates that only 22% of the 2.1 million commercial vehicles sold in the first half of 2025 were electrified. In contrast, the passenger car market achieved a much higher penetration rate of 50.4% during the same period. This disparity suggests substantial growth potential for commercial EV adoption, prompting key industry players like Leapmotor and CATL to join forces. By leveraging CATL's battery technology and Leapmotor's manufacturing capabilities, the partnership seeks to address the specific needs of commercial fleets and accelerate the transition toward sustainable logistics and transportation solutions in China.
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Leapmotor Supplies CATL-Integrated Battery Packs to Commercial Carmakers
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Leapmotor has commenced the supply of battery packs, which integrate cells from industry giant CATL, to several commercial vehicle manufacturers. This strategic collaboration aims to capitalize on the expanding segment of the commercial EV market. According to sources cited by Chinese media outlet 36Kr, Zhejiang Lingxiao Energy Technology Co., Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Leapmotor, has successfully secured deals with five unnamed companies. The move highlights a significant push into the commercial sector, which currently lags behind passenger vehicles in electrification rates. Data from the China Association of Automobile Manufacturers indicates that only 22% of the 2.1 million commercial vehicles sold in the first half of 2025 were electrified. In contrast, the passenger car market achieved a much higher penetration rate of 50.4% during the same period. This disparity suggests substantial growth potential for commercial EV adoption, prompting key industry players like Leapmotor and CATL to join forces. By leveraging CATL's battery technology and Leapmotor's manufacturing capabilities, the partnership seeks to address the specific needs of commercial fleets and accelerate the transition toward sustainable logistics and transportation solutions in China.
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